Freight Calculator

Instantly calculate freight rates from top LTL and Truckload carriers with our freight calculator. Save up to 85% on your next shipment.

Instant Freight Calculator

Freight Calculator

Shippers save time and money. Sometimes, a lot of money. Freight rates from all the top carriers are just a few steps away. It is easy to use our online freight calculator. Just fill in a few short details about your shipment and instantly receive instant freight shipping rates from leading freight carriers in one easy place.

Trust the experts at FreightCenter to give you the best prices and options for your LTL Freight shipping needs. When you ship via FreightCenter, you get the benefit of comparing carrier rates and the advantage of our high shipping volume, which earns us intense discounts from many of the top freight carriers in the U.S. The carriers sweeten those discounts because we handle all communications with our shippers and handle all the paperwork. From the shipper’s perspective, we arrange the shipment, pay the carrier, and take care of the necessary paperwork.

Freight rate calculator

Shipping option

LTL (Less-Than-Truckload)

LTL shipping is used for small freight or when the items don't require the use of an entire trailer. Your freight is combined with other shipments to fill an entire trailer. It is ideal for shipments under 15,000 pounds.

Full Truckload

Full truckload is used when shippers have enough items to fill an entire truck or they want their shipment in a trailer all by itself.

Pickup/delivery information

Pickup ZIP/Postal code

Destination ZIP/Postal code

Shipment information

Length

Width

Height

Weight

Pickup/delivery information

Pickup ZIP/Postal code

Destination ZIP/Postal code

Shipment information

Weight

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What are you shipping?

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Why should I use a freight shipping calculator?

By using our freight shipping calculator, you’re providing your customer with all the information they need upfront to make their purchase. This prevents you from losing sales because the customer was shocked by the shipping cost and decided not to continue with the purchase.

In a world full of fast-paced technology, FreightCenter has just the right tool to help you set yourself apart from the competition and never lose another online sale again.

We know that comparing freight rates can be quite a hassle when trying to get the most bang for your buck and sort through all the options. However, unexpected freight costs should never be why you lose a customer’s business. With our freight shipping calculator, your customers can quote freight rates from a large pool of services and carriers – without ever having to leave your site. Having a freight shipping calculator integrated directly into your site minimizes the risk of a potential customer opening another web tab and heading straight for your competitor’s site.

FreightCenter by the numbers

24 Years In Business

1.5m+ Shipments Delivered

93%+ On-Time Performance

99.1% Damage Free Shipments

Adding Your Custom Calculator Is Easy

Step 1: Register or log into your My FreightCenter account.

Step 2: From the My FreightCenter dashboard, scroll to the My Calculators section and click “Create a Calculator.” Or, click on the “Calculators” tab at the top of the page and click “Create a Calculator.”

Step 3: Fill out the “Ship From Location” section. This includes pickup location, zip code, type of location, and accessorial services.

Note: You will leave the drop-off location blank. Your customer/buyer will fill this in.

Step 4: Fill out the “Items to be Shipped” section. This includes the type of packaging, quantity, weight, dimensions, and freight class for your shipment. Set your handling fee and name your calculator (both optional). Double-check that the information you inserted is correct. Then click the “Get Code” button.

Note: You can create a separate calculator for each item you sell that needs to be shipped as freight.

Step 5: Try the live preview at the bottom of the page to triple check everything is correct. Copy and paste the code into your website.

Help is always available

Once you’ve booked your shipment, FreightCenter handles all the paperwork and pays the carrier. We also remain available to answer any questions you may have.

Have something to ship? Get started with our Freight Rate Calculator now.

LTL Shipping

Trust the experts at FreightCenter to give you the best prices and the most comprehensive options for all your LTL freight shipping needs.

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Full Truckload

We deliver optimized solutions for full or partial truckloads and competitive dry van, flatbed, and refrigerated freight pricing. We can cover your full truckload shipping needs.

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Expedited Services

Nationwide Expedited Trucking services move your freight securely and rapidly. Your freight requires fast delivery; our freight shipping experts can get your shipment fast, whether in one large box or a full truckload.

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Specialized Freight

The most reliable Specialized Freight Services rates from all the top carriers are just a few steps away. From white glove service to international shipping, we've got you covered.

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Calculate your shipping rates from 100+ companies instantly

Using Our LTL Freight Calculator

Our freight calculator is quick and easy to use

Start by selecting LTL shipment versus TL shipment.
Next, you need your starting location or zip code and location type.
Decide if you need extra services, such as a lift gate at the pickup location.
Enter your end location by city or zip code and select the location type.
Select any extra services required at your destination location.
Enter the type of packaging you have used to protect your shipment.
At this point, you need to enter the quantity and weight of each package.
Enter the total dimensions, including each package’s height, width, and length.
Freight Class is the last item identified before moving on to get a quote. If you don’t know the freight class, our freight class density calculator will determine it for you.

4 Benefits of Using A Freight Calculator

An LTL freight rate calculator can save you time and money in several ways. First, it can help you quickly and easily compare rates from multiple carriers, allowing you to find the most cost-effective option for your shipment. Instead of manually contacting each carrier for a quote, an LTL freight rate calculator can provide instant quotes from multiple carriers simultaneously, saving you the time and effort of reaching out to each one individually.

Second, an LTL freight rate calculator can help avoid hidden fees and surcharges. Many carriers add additional fees to their base rates, such as fuel surcharges or accessorial fees, which can quickly add up and make your shipment more expensive than anticipated. An LTL freight rate calculator can help you identify and compare these costs upfront, allowing you to choose the carrier with the most transparent and cost-effective pricing.

Third, an LTL freight rate calculator can help you optimize your shipping strategy. By comparing rates and transit times from multiple carriers, you can find the carrier that can provide the fastest delivery time while offering competitive pricing. This can be especially helpful for time-sensitive shipments, where every hour of transit time counts.

Finally, an LTL freight rate calculator can save you time and hassle when scheduling and tracking your shipments. Many LTL freight rate calculators include features such as online booking and real-time tracking, allowing you to quickly and easily schedule your shipment and monitor its progress from start to finish. This can save you the time and effort of manually coordinating with carriers and tracking your shipment through multiple channels.

Overall, an LTL freight rate calculator can be an invaluable tool for any business that relies on LTL shipping, helping you save time and money while streamlining your shipping processes.

Compare rates using the freight calculator

When you ship via FreightCenter, you get the benefit of comparing carrier rates and the advantage of our high shipping volume, which earns us intense discounts from many of the top freight carriers in the U.S. The carriers sweeten those discounts because we handle all communications with our shippers and handle all the paperwork.

From the shipper’s perspective, we arrange the shipment, pay the carrier, and take care of the necessary paperwork.

What information is needed for the freight rate calculator?

Here’s the info you will need to enter to get an accurate quote:

Originating and delivering zip codes and location types (business, residential, military base, etc.)
Extra services required, such as lift gate or call before delivery
How the freight is packaged
Total packaged weight and dimensions
Specialty vehicle required (Truckload service)
NMFC (freight class)

If you don’t know what to enter into the form, you can still request a quote and review your order over the phone with a Freight Center in-house freight expert by calling 800.716.7608.

Have something to ship? Get started with our Freight Rate Calculator now.

Sign in to pull up your account if you are a returning customer. New customers fill out a short form. This form includes first and last name and company. Select shipping residential or commercial. A phone number and email address are required, along with an account password. How often do you plan on shipping? Click on see my rates, and you will have your results in our free online freight cost calculator.

Results from the freight calculator

The results are based on the shipment criteria that you entered. The estimated transit time in business days will show in your results. You can select from a list of trusted freight carriers available for the shipment.

At this point, you can choose which service is best for you. To book a shipment, complete a form with detailed information. This information will include specific addresses from both the shipping from and shipping to. Your shipment details are required for us to generate the bill of lading used for moving your goods. Enter your payment information to get the shipment scheduled. Finally, confirm the transaction, and you’re done.

We have shipping experts who can assist with any questions or concerns.

Guaranteed competitive pricing every time you ship.

Freight calculator FAQs

What is a Freight Calculator?

A freight rate calculator helps you get accurate freight shipping estimates once you enter some basic shipment information. Because shipment specifics can vary greatly, a freight rate calculator is the best way to ensure you get the best freight rates and superior service.

FreightCenter’s freight quote tool instantly calculates freight rates from multiple top freight carriers at once, including their estimated in-transit time. The calculator is not only a domestic freight calculator but also a international freight quote calculator, sea freight calculator and ocean freight calculator. Getting international shipping rates has never been easier with the international freight cost calculator. You choose which carrier best serves your needs. Use the freight calculator for LTL freight and Truckload quotes.

How do I calculate freight costs?”

To calculate freight costs, you need to know the following: type of packaging (pallets, crates, containers, etc.), type of goods (for classification), shipment size and weight, delivery zip code, and whether there are any special handling requirements.

FreightCenter can help you calculate freight costs. Our free freight quote tool provides shippers instant access to freight rates from dozens of top freight carriers.

How do you calculate freight rates?

Your freight rate primarily depends on five factors:

The type of freight
The mode of transport (truck, ship, train, aircraft)
The weight of your shipment
The size of the shipment
The distance to the delivery destination

How freight cost is determined

Freight cost is the price incurred to ship your goods. Your freight cost is determined by several variables, such as how far your shipment needs to go, its density or volume, and whether or not accessorials are required, as well as fluctuating fuel costs and truck capacity.

How do I reduce freight costs?

When getting a quote for shipping freight, a common thought is that costs will be set at a fixed rate. For most carriers, this is not true. Generally, the higher your cargo’s density, the cheaper the rate. Mode of freight also matters — road and rail are the most affordable. But air freight is the most expensive. If you have several shipments going in the same direction, consider consolidating them into a partial or full truckload shipment.

There are many ways to reduce freight costs, regardless of load size. It can be as easy as becoming more flexible with how and when you ship your items. You can also reduce shipping costs by controlling your shipping schedules and routes instead of allowing vendors and suppliers to manage them. They can add freight accessorial charges when they handle your shipping schedules and routes.

What is the cost of freight shipping?

A freight cost is a price at which a specific freight or cargo is delivered from one point to another. The price depends on the form of the load, the mode of transport LTL, FTL, Partial, Air, the weight of the shipment, and how far the distance is to the delivery destination.

Freight cost is the price or shipping cost incurred when you ship your products or goods from one location to another. There are multiple components that makeup freight costs. Some of these components consist of mode, accessorials, and surcharges. The freight shipping cost is affected by several factors, including weight, dimensions, density, stowability, packaging, fragility, destination specifications, mode of transportation, time sensitivity, and freight class.

What is the cheapest way to ship freight?

One of the cheapest ways to send oversized items is via LTL freight companies. It is a good idea to compare shipping prices to find your best rates. You may get a lower price depending on the weight and class of your products. Or take advantage of faster services. Several factors can affect freight costs. Generally, the higher the cargo’s density, the cheaper the rate. Mode of freight also matters — road and rail tend to be cheapest while air is most expensive. In addition, not all freight brokers have access to the best rates.

How do I calculate freight costs?

By using a Freight Rate Calculator